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Juan Sanchez

Medellín

Summary

A versatile and dynamic professional with experience in education, communication, leadership, and environmental engagement. CELTA-certified and passionate about language instruction, I bring a well-rounded perspective shaped by my work as an ESL educator, team lead, communication specialist, and naturalist. My background in mentorship, training, and public engagement allows me to create inclusive and engaging learning environments while fostering strong interpersonal connections. Adaptable, resourceful, and always eager to learn, I thrive in roles that require both teaching expertise and strong leadership skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

QA and Escalations Lead

Toptal
Wilmington
07.2022 - Current

- Oversee and guide the audit process within the company, ensuring that our screeners, matchers, and talent adhere meticulously to best practice guidelines.

- Directly manage and lead the QA team, supervising daily work, assigning tasks, and conducting regular training sessions to enhance and drive performance and development.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to identify process gaps, optimize quality assurance workflows, and support the organization’s broader strategic goals

Communications Specialist Team Lead

Toptal
Wilmington,
09.2018 - 07.2022
  • Led a high-performing team by offering continuous guidance and performance evaluations, addressing interpersonal conflicts to enhance collaboration, and delivering comprehensive reports on team achievements and areas for improvement to leadership.

English Instructor

Lexicom
Medellin
01.2016 - 11.2019
  • As a CELTA-certified ESL instructor, I designed and delivered engaging lessons tailored to diverse student needs, fostering language acquisition in both individual and group settings.
  • I provided ongoing mentorship and constructive feedback to students, tracking their progress, and adapting lesson plans to optimize learning outcomes. Additionally, I facilitated a positive classroom environment by addressing language barriers and interpersonal challenges, ensuring an inclusive and supportive space for all learners.

Senior Communications Specialist

Toptal
Wilmington
09.2016 - 09.2018

- Interviewed, assessed, and filtered technical candidates to ensure they have outstanding English proficiency and communication skills.

-Examined the technical proficiency of developers, designers, and finance experts joining Toptal’s freelance network.

English Instructor

Centro Colombo Americano
Medellin
02.2016 - 11.2016
  • I successfully managed ESL classrooms by implementing structured lesson plans focused on communication, grammar, and real-world language application. Through regular assessments and progress reports, I monitored student development and provided individualized coaching to enhance their confidence and fluency.

Naturalist

Miami-Dade County
Miami, FL
02.2011 - 12.2014
  • Designed and proposed several outreach programs for Miami-Dade County, focused on South Florida ecology.
  • Conducted and participated in educational programs for the county school.
  • Developed conservation strategies for the conservation of natural reserves in the county.
  • Advised and assisted the community with the preservation of their environment and the natural preserves in the surrounding areas.
  • Delivered scripted, educational tours and talks providing visitors with information and facts of geology, biology and conservation interspersed with anecdotes about site.

Education

CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English To Speakers - Teaching English As A Second Language

Cambridge University Press & Assessment
12-2015

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida International University
Miami
11-2009

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Valencia Community College
Orlando, Fl
12-2003

Bachelor of Arts - LICENCIATURA EN LENGUAS EXTRANJERAS

Universidad Catolica Luis Amigo
Medellin

Skills

  • Training and Coaching
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Relationship building
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Conflict Resolution and Problem-Solving
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Quality Assurance and Performance Evaluation

Affiliations

  • I love nature, and my appreciation for environmental stewardship and community engagement informs my teaching approach, inspiring students to connect language learning with real-world topics.
  • I have a deep passion for music, long-distance triathlons, and movies accompanied by pizza.

Languages

Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Timeline

QA and Escalations Lead

Toptal
07.2022 - Current

Communications Specialist Team Lead

Toptal
09.2018 - 07.2022

Senior Communications Specialist

Toptal
09.2016 - 09.2018

English Instructor

Centro Colombo Americano
02.2016 - 11.2016

English Instructor

Lexicom
01.2016 - 11.2019

Naturalist

Miami-Dade County
02.2011 - 12.2014

CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English To Speakers - Teaching English As A Second Language

Cambridge University Press & Assessment

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida International University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Valencia Community College

Bachelor of Arts - LICENCIATURA EN LENGUAS EXTRANJERAS

Universidad Catolica Luis Amigo
Juan Sanchez